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A Merry Sukkot to our Jewish friends.



Don't eat too many stuffed dumplings.

Chag Sameach!

I recently saw it referred to as the "shake a lemon at God" holiday. Around my house we call it "Huddle in the Hut."

In ancient times this was the biggest celebration of the year, with a carnival-like party atmosphere outside the Temple in Jerusalem. It's one of our three oldest holidays, and I enjoy it for its historicity as much as anything else.

What's the answer for people who believe, "My idea of camping is a five star resort at the beach"?

My own personal philosophy is, "We had to camp in the desert for 40 years; we don't have to do that anymore."

But honestly, I don't think anyone around here actually sleeps in their sukkah. When I was a kid we did it a couple of times when the holiday was "early" and the weather still warm-ish, just as an adventure. If I lived in the Middle East, I might be tempted (weather in Tel Aviv this past week: highs in the mid 80s, lows in the low 70s) .

ETA:

I just took the dog out for a walk and, despite the drizzle, it seems the new family that moved in down on the corner last month is having one heck of a Sukkot party. It sounds like there's about 20 people in their sukkah and they are singing and banging on tables VERY loudly.

Once again, the holidays ain't over til you huddle in the hut for a week.

Happy Sukkot, everyone!
!חג סוכות שמח